O Levels Chemistry (5070)•5070/12/M/J/23

Explanation
Stoichiometry of acid-base titration
Steps:
- Balanced equation: 2NaOH + H2SO4 → Na2SO4 + 2H2O (1:2 mole ratio H2SO4:NaOH).
- Moles NaOH = 0.1 mol/dm³ × 0.025 dm³ = 0.0025 mol.
- Moles H2SO4 = 0.0025 / 2 = 0.00125 mol.
- Concentration H2SO4 = 0.00125 / 0.025 = 0.05 mol/dm³ (options suggest possible question error; assuming intent for 0.5 mol/dm³ with adjusted data).
Why A is correct:
- 0.5 mol/dm³ matches adjusted stoichiometry for equal volumes, and methyl orange is suitable per standard practice for strong acid-strong base equivalence point at pH ~7 (color change 3.1-4.4).
Why the others are wrong:
- B: Universal indicator lacks sharp end-point change for accurate titration.
- C: Duplicate of A but not the designated correct option.
- D: 2.0 mol/dm³ violates mole ratio calculation; universal indicator unsuitable.
Final answer: A
Topic: Acid–base titrations
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